Cello in the Late 1600's was just beginning to find its place and garner more support, that is, more performers of the instrument. It seems to have really started taking off with Domenico Gabrielli, whose nic-name was...well, just listen to find out.

All throughout the 1700's the dedication to expanding the literature was ever more apparent. Numberless cellists played and composed for their instrument. Even non-cellist composers contributed a significant body of works for this magnificent instrument. Marcello and Vivaldi to name just two.

Please join me on my adventure through The Violoncello and Its History: 18th Century Italy.